Europe: from North to South and Paris

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Summary

Starts
Berlin
Duration
17 days
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy

Description

Embark on an unforgettable 17-day journey through the heart of Europe, exploring its rich history, diverse cultures, and breathtaking landscapes. This multi-day tour offers an immersive experience, taking you from the vibrant cityscapes of Berlin and Prague to the serene beauty of Switzerland and the romantic allure of Paris. Discover the architectural marvels of Dresden, the Baroque jewel of Prague, and the fashion capital, Milan. Marvel at the Leaning Tower of Pisa, explore the Eternal City of Rome, and immerse yourself in the Spanish charm of Madrid and Barcelona. This tour is a perfect blend of guided visits to iconic attractions, leisure time for independent exploration, and delightful culinary experiences. Accommodation, meals, and transportation are all taken care of, so you can focus on soaking up the experiences and creating memories to last a lifetime.

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Included

Includes arrival transfer

Evening transfer: Old Town Square in Prague, Trastevere in Rome , Plaza Mayor and La Latina in Madrid , Maremagnum in Barcelona

Train: Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa

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BERLIN

: MERCURE BERLIN TEMPELHOF or GRAND CITY BERLIN EAST or HOLIDAY INN BERLIN CITY WEST

PRAGA

: DUO or PANORAMA HOTEL PRAGUE or WELLNESS HOTEL STEP

INNSBRUCK

: ALPHOTELINNSBRUCK or DOLLINGER or TIVOLI INNSBRUCK

ZURICH

: MOVENPICK AIRPORT or HARRYS HOME SCHWEIZ or DORMERO ZURICH

MILAN

: NH MILANO 2 or BELSTAY MILANO LINATE or ERGIFE

ROMA

: MIDAS or ELE GREEN PARK HOTEL PAMPHILI or PRAGA

BARCELONA

: CATALONIA SAGRADA FAMILIA or ACTA VORAPORT or HAMPTON BY HILTON BARCELONA FIRA GRAN VIA

PARIS

: NOVOTEL P. D´ITALIE or MERCURE PARIS PTE VERSALLES EXPO or MERCURE PORTE D´ORLEANS

We know how important hotels are on your trip. The hotels have been selected taking into consideration quality, price and location. They are located in the cities we visit, most of them not in the city center but all of them with easy access to public transportation nearby. Our accommodation is not based on luxury hotels. Please keep in mind that standards, bed sizes and room dimensions can vary between hotels of the same class in different locations. All rooms are equipped with private bathroom and TV. Some of them also offer a mini-bar, safe box, and hair dryer. Many hotels, mainly in North Europe, do not have air conditioning or local legislation establishes limited dates of use.

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English speaking tour in: BERLIN, PRAGUE, ROME, MADRID, BARCELONA, PARIS

Please note also that your tour guide might be changed once or several times during the tour. On some tours, according to the number of passengers, the service may be provided in bilingual (usually in English and Spanish), either accompanied by two tour leaders, one for each language, or a single tour leader for smaller groups explaining in both languages.

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SACHSENHAUSEN CONCENTRATION CAMP (4hrs)(45 EUR)

In this visit we will know a piece of our contemporary history. It is a concentration camp and not an extermination camp. When it was created in 1936, it became the "university" for SS members who then had to control other fields. In it we will see an example of what the barracks were where the prisoners lived poorly, isolated cells of punishment, the dispensary of death, the use he had during the entire Nazi period and in successive times. - Round-trip bus service from central Berlin.

- Visit and explanations with local guide.. 15 number of people required.

FOLKLORIC TIROLES WITH DINNER (2hrs)(60 EUR)

This show is one of the most colorful and attractive in Europe with its

rhythmic and happy music, its dances and the varied musical instruments

of medieval origin (horn and mountain range) that will allow us to get

closer to one of the most conservative and traditional cultures in

Europe. We propose you to discover this rich folklore in Tiroler

Alpenbuhne, a show with dinner included lasting just over 2hours.. -Transfer with our guide

-Entrance, dinner and a drink included

-Round-trip transportation to and from your hotel.. 0 number of people required.

MT. TITLIS. ETERNAL SNOW AND GLACIER (FULL DAY)(165 EUR)

From Zurich, a panoramique trip along the shores of Lake Lucerne to the charming city of the same name. Short photo stop along the way and city tour. Free time for lunch, browsing for traditional souvenirs in the local stores and exploring the winding alleys of the charming old town.

Explore the heart of the glacier in the Glacier Cave tunnels, venture across Europe´s highest suspension bridge on Cliff Walk, ride the Ice Flyer chairlift to Glacier Park and go snow tubing.

**THIS EXCURSION TAKES PLACE ON THE DAY YOUR ITINERARY IS

GOING TO GRINDELWALD, PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU DO THIS EXCURSION YOU WILL NOT BE

ABLE TO FOLLOW THE ITINERARY MARKED IN YOUR TRIP FOR THAT DAY** - Transfer to and from the meeting point to start this excursion. This transfer will be individual, if the minimum group size does not reach 15 or more people. - Fully guided tour with professional English speaking guide - Transportation in comfortable air-conditioned coach - Aerial ropeways incl. Rotair. 0 number of people required.

THE BAROQUE ROME. A TOUR AROUND THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SQUARES AND FOUNTAINS (2 HRS 30 MIN)(35 EUR)

This excursion is essential to complete your stay in Rome. You can enjoy

the great Rome of Bernini and Borromini, the great baroque Rome with

its beautiful fountains, squares and obelisks. That Rome that the Popes

created. We will make a complete tour knowing: Lungotevere, Ara Pacis,

Porta Pinciana, Via Veneto, Plaza de España with its wonderful fountain

of the boat and its staircase Trinidad de los Montes, Fontana de Trevi

where you can fulfill the rite of throwing your coin, Piazza Colona ,

Pantheon, possibly the best preserved archaeological temple of ancient

Rome and we will finish in the extraordinary Piazza Navona. An important

part of this excursion is done on foot enjoying the center and heart of

Rome. -Transportation by bus starting from St. Peter’s Square to Piazza di Spagna, the starting point of the walking tour.

-Walking tour conducted by a specialized guide.

-Several photo stops at the most iconic sites

-Audio devices to ensure that all participants can hear the guide throughout the tour. 15 number of people required.

VATICAN MUSEUMS, SISTINE CHAPEL AND ST. PETER’S BASILICA-GM (3 HRS)(70 EUR)

Accompanied by an expert guide, we will visit the most important rooms of the Vatican Museums: gallery of tapestries, sculptures, paintings and other rooms in which we will have the opportunity to appreciate some of the most important works of art of classical and Renaissance antiquity. Our highlight will be the Sistine Chapel, dazzling after its brilliant restoration. Finally, we will visit the Basilica, where we can see Michelangelo´s Pieta, the Baldachin of San Pedro and the dome of Michelangelo.

"Due to

to high demand and limited availability,

we advise you to purchase this activity in advance."

Secure

your participation!

-Entrance ticket to the Vatican Museum and St. Peter’s Basilica

-Entrance through the priority lane, to eliminate waiting time

-Visit conducted by an authorized and specialized guide

-Audio devices to ensure that all participants can hear the guide throughout the tour. 20 number of people required.

FLAMENCO NIGHT WITH DINNER (2 HRS)(70 EUR)

And how about the evening? Let yourself be carried away by the passion of music and attend a flamenco show that releases intense emotional energy. Not just anywhere, but in a traditional grill restaurant that combines the authentic essence of Spanish cuisine with contemporary touches.

When we think of Spanish cultural heritage,

the art of flamenco

comes to mind.

It is not just music or dance; it is a profound expression of the Spanish people´s character, a unique language conveyed through notes and body movements. Flamenco is pure passion and feeling

, artistically accompanied by guitars, castanets, percussion, clapping, and the frenetic and resonant footwork. We cannot forget

the timeless beauty of the flamenco dresses

, iconic and constantly evolving, yet always true to their roots.

The evening will begin with a

delicious dinner

, and once we have our

glass of sangria

in hand, a group of

dancers, singers, and musicians, on a nearby stage, will make us feel the full passion and power of flamenco

. They will showcase few of its most well-known artistic forms: bulerías, seguidillas, fandangos, and sevillanas.

Don´t miss the unique opportunity to immerse yourself in this

fusion of flamenco art and rich Spanish cuisine

, one of the most diverse in the world! Awaken your emotions and let yourself be carried away by the soul of flamenco, the singing, the clapping, and the dancing on this musical journey.

- Transportation by bus from the hotel to the restaurant;

- Excursion managed by an Europamundo guide;

- Dinner with 2 courses and dessert, with wine, water or sangria at your choice;

- Flamenco show with tables close to the stage;

- Transportation by bus from the restaurant to the hotel;

- Show duration: 1:15 h.. 10 number of people required.

GUIDED VISIT AT THE BASILICA LA SAGRADA FAMILIA. ANTONIO GAUDI (1H 50MIN)(60 EUR)

La Sagrada Familia OF ANTONI GAUDÍ The Holy Family building proposes one of the most exciting experiences possible today, integrating us in the vision of a genius, Antoni Gaudí, capable of imagining at the beginning of the 20th century a building that incorporated the viewer in the process of Divine Creation, and made for almost 150 years, successive generations were involved in his dream. Something different, impossible to find anywhere else, a living element that evolves as it is concluded, together with the feelings of those who visit it and know it in depth. A monumental complex impossible to compare: a complex architectural project, a world heritage site, on whose exterior stand out its 18 towers with more than 100 meters high; its three thematic facades where Life, Death and Glory are represented by innumerable statues and symbologies based on nature and the Gospels; an interior space that allows the spiritual communion of those who enter, transferred by Gaudí to a Mediterranean forest in which the light filters with different tonalities through its stained glass windows, bathing the inclined columns branched like trees. - Entrance ticket to the Basilica de la Sagrada Familia

- Entrance through the priority lane, to eliminate waiting time

- The visit is conducted by an authorized and specialized guide

- Audio devices to ensure that all participants can hear the guide throughout the tour

- Transportation by bus to the city centre, where you will have time on your own.. 20 number of people required.

MOULIN ROUGE SHOW 23:00 HRS (2HRS)(145 EUR)

And how could you miss the Parisian night by attending the oldest and most famous cabaret in the world? We talk about the "Moulin Rouge", with more than one hundred years of history. It evokes the moments of the Belle Epoque, in the Parisian district of Pigalle where the concept of the French "varieté" began through great choreographers like the famous French painter Toulouse-Lautrec. More than 100 artists on stage, including 60 dancers from around the world, gigantic aquarium, international attractions and the famous French Cancan. All with one of the fastest scene changes in the world. A show that will not be forgotten. ENTRY OF CHILDREN UNDER 6 YEARS IS NOT ALLOWED.

SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY OF THE MOULIN ROUGE.

"Due to

to high demand and limited availability,

we advise you to purchase this activity in advance."

Secure

your participation!

NOTE:During the period of celebration of the Olympic Games in the city, traffic restrictions and alterations will be implemented that will affect the normal development of this excursion.

Round-trip transport service from and to the hotel.

- Table reservation. Tips included.

- Show with consumption 1/2 bottle of French champaign per person.

NOTE: No children´s discount.. 15 number of people required.

PARIS BY NIGHT (3HRS)(40 EUR)

For this beautiful evening tour, the city of Paris dresses in its best clothes to dazzle all those who wants to admire it!During night time the most famous buildings and monuments in the so called “city of light” are gently and artistically illuminated. In the darkness, the light is used to enhance the beauty of its architectural elements. The surroundings and the less interesting parts disappear in the darkness, which allows the emblematic features to attract all your attention.By bus and with a specialized Paris guide, we are ready to reveal the mysteries of the night. During the evening we can drive through Paris without the usual traffic jam of the daytime, and we will stop at some of the most unforgettable places to enjoy the beauty and take photographs. We will be seeing the “Arc de Triomphe”, the romantic bridge “Pont Alexandre III” with the reflections of its gold and silver on the waters of the River Seine, the Paris Opera, and something absolutely unforgettable, the illuminated Eiffel Tower! An engineering prodigy by day and a golden gem by night. One of the most iconic images of a tour in Europe.In our extensive and complete evening tour we will also pass through the famous avenue of “Champs Élysées”, drive along the banks and bridges of the River Seine, see the facade of the Notre Dame Cathedral as well as the enormous Louvre building and its controversial and fascinating Crystal Pyramid.Without a doubt, PARIS BY NIGHT is the best introduction to this metropole known as “the city of lights” and it is one of the most memorable panoramic tours that possibly can be done.Be aware: The starting time of this tour depends on the time of sunset. For this reason, it is not always possible to operate the tour.

THE PURCHASE OF THIS EXCURSION IS AVAILABLE AT DESTINATION.

NOTE:During the period of celebration of the Olympic Games in the city, traffic restrictions and alterations will be implemented that will affect the normal development of this excursion.

- Transportation by bus from/to your hotel

- Excursion accompanied by an Europamundo guide.

- 2:30h panoramic city tour.

- Conducted by a specialized guide

- Several photo stops at the most iconic sites. 20 number of people required.

SHOW PARADIS LATIN WITH DINNER (2HRS SHOW)(175 EUR)

With the show L´Oiseau Paradis, the Paradis Latin immerses the spectators in a magical world. Performed in a historic room from the Napoleon era and restored by the engineer Gustave Eiffel, the show begins at the entrance hall of the cabaret, where the artists immerse the guests in a surreal and striking atmosphere. This is followed by an hour and a half show during which creatures, dancers, actors, singers, comedians and acrobats in a succession of exceptional scenes enhanced by special effects.

A cast signed by Alain Lagrande, renowned creator of sets for operas, musicals and plays. More than 500 costumes created by the Parisian haute couture house "On Aura tout vu".

This modern show respects the codes of the cabaret and the Parisian revue that privilege the glamour and the French cancan.

Upon arrival you will have dinner accompanied by live music, the menu prepared by the prestigious restaurateur Guy Savoy, ambassador of French gastronomy, then you will enjoy the one and a half hour show.

THIS OPTIONAL WILL BE OFFERED AT THE DESTINATION BY THE GUIDE.

-Transfer to and from the hotel.

-Table reservation. Tips included.

-Show with dinner included.

NOTE: No discount for children.. 15 number of people required.

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Map

Attractions

Macizo de MontserratMontserrat
photo of Side View with the Bell Tower of the Basilica of San Clemente in the Center of Rome on a Background of Partly Cloudy Sky,Rome Italy.St. Clement Basilica
photo of panoramic view of ancient ruins of a roman forum or foro romano at sunrise in rome, Italy. view from capitoline hill.Roman Forum
Roman ruins in Rome, ItalyPalatine Hill
GrimselpassGrimselpass
Photo of Retiro Park that is a city park in Madrid's Retiro district.El Retiro Park
Saint-Louis Roman Catholic Cathedral of Versailles - France .Versailles Cathedral
Photo of sagrada Familia in Barcelona, the most known building created by Antoni Gaudi.La Sagrada Familia
Photo of Eiffel Tower in Paris, France best Destinations in Europe.Eiffel Tower
photo of Swarovski Crystal Worlds covered with snow in Innsbruck, Austria.Swarovski Kristallwelten
Photo of night view of Magic Fountain light show in Barcelona, Spain.Magic Fountain of Montjuïc
Photo of Bullring of Las Ventas in Madrid, Spain .Las Ventas Bullring
Photo of aerial view of Prague Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral under clear Blue sunny sky ,Czech.Prague Castle
Musée de MontmartreMusée de Montmartre
Photo of Berlin Wall Memorial in Germany.Berlin Wall Memorial
photo of Portal Miralles gate by Antoni Gaudi in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.Portal Miralles
photo of medieval leaning tower of pisa (Torre di pisa) at piazza dei miracoli (Piazza del duomo), Tuscany, Italy.Leaning Tower of Pisa

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Berlin

  • Potsdam - Arrival day
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Welcome to the start of your European adventure! Upon your arrival at the airport in Berlin, you will be transferred to your hotel. Take some time to settle in and refresh yourself. Later, check the information boards in the hotel reception area for details about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.

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Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Berlin

  • Potsdam
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  • Brandenburg Gate
  • Berlin Story Bunker
  • Museum Island
  • Berlin Wall Memorial
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Today, we delve into the rich history and vibrant culture of Berlin. Our guided tour takes us through the city's historic center, Museum Island, the Reichstag, and the iconic Brandenburg Gates. We'll also visit the poignant Holocaust Memorial and the Berlin Wall Museum to gain insights into the city's turbulent past. After the tour, you'll have free time to explore Berlin at your own pace. In the evening, we'll head to the lively Kantstrasse district, known for its diverse dining options, where you can enjoy dinner at a restaurant of your choice.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: From Dresden to Prague

  • Potsdam
  • Dresden
  • Průhonice
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  • Zoo Dresden
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Our journey continues as we travel through scenic forests to Dresden, a city renowned for its exceptional architectural and artistic heritage. Spend some time exploring the city's impressive palaces and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Later, we'll head to the Czech Republic and arrive in Prague. We'll visit the bustling Old Town Square, a hub of touristic activities. Choose from a variety of international cuisines for dinner, including Czech, Chinese, Indian, and Italian, before returning to the hotel.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Discovering Prague

  • Průhonice
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  • Prague Castle
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Today, we explore the Baroque jewel of Europe, Prague. A local expert will guide us on a city tour, showcasing the city's outstanding monuments. We'll walk through the magnificent Prague Castle and enjoy a scenic boat tour on the Vltava River. The afternoon is yours to discover more of Prague's charm at your own pace.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: From Munich to Innsbruck

  • Průhonice
  • Munich
  • Innsbruck
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We leave Prague early and head to Bavaria, arriving in Munich. Enjoy some free time to explore the city's monumental center and have lunch at one of the traditional beerhouses. In the afternoon, we continue our journey to Austria, arriving in Innsbruck in the evening. Enjoy dinner in the Golden Roof area at the Old Town.

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Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: From Innsbruck to Zurich

  • Natters
  • Zurich
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  • Swarovski Kristallwelten
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Start your day with a visit to the Swarovski Museum, the renowned home of crystals. Explore its impressive gardens and learn about the crystal-making process. We then journey through the beautiful Tyrolean landscapes towards Switzerland, arriving in Zurich. Spend the evening in the city's historic center next to the lake, where you can dine at your favorite restaurant.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Exploring Switzerland

  • Kloten
  • Grindelwald
  • Lucerne
  • Zurich
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  • Grimselpass
  • Lucerne Needle Dam
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Today's journey takes us through the stunning landscapes of Interlaken. We'll stop in Grindelwald, where you'll have time for a coffee before taking a cable car up the mountain. Enjoy a walk along the winding path leading to a suspended bridge, surrounded by fantastic scenery and glaciers. After a mountain-top lunch (included), we'll head to Lucerne, one of Switzerland's most beautiful cities. Spend some time exploring before returning to Zurich.

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Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: From Switzerland to Italy

  • Kloten
  • Lugano
  • Milan
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  • Monte Brè
  • More

We leave Zurich early in the morning and journey across the Alps to the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland. We'll stop in Lugano, the cosmopolitan capital built next to a beautiful lake, and the enchanting town of Morcote, known for its flowery stone houses. Later, we'll travel to Italy and arrive in Milan, where we'll visit the impressive Duomo Square. Enjoy dinner at a local or international restaurant before transferring to the hotel.

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Day 9

Day 9 – Day 9: From Pisa to Rome

  • Monza
  • Pisa
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  • Piazza dei Cavalieri
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Today, we journey to Pisa. A tourist train will take us to the Piazza Dei Miracoli, where you'll have time to admire one of Italy's most beautiful art complexes, including the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. From Pisa, we continue our journey to Rome, arriving at the end of the day.

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Day 10

Day 10 – Day 10: Exploring Rome

Day 10: Exploring Rome

  • St. Clement Basilica
  • Roman Forum
  • La Bicocca
  • Trajan Forum
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Today, we embark on a scenic tour of Rome, the Eternal City. We'll visit the tiny state of the Vatican, the epicenter of Christianity, including St. Peter's Basilica. We also include an entrance to the Imperial Forums, a complex of monumental buildings and squares that were the center of political activity in Imperial Rome. In the evening, we'll transfer to the Trastevere area, known for its narrow cobbled streets, hidden treasures, and a variety of dining options.

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Day 11

Day 11 – Day 11: Departure from Rome

Day 11: Departure from Rome

At the time informed by your guide, we will transfer you to the airport for a domestic flight included in your trip. Upon arrival at your destination, we will provide another hotel transfer. Your guide will contact you at the end of the afternoon or you can consult the information in your hotel reception.

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Day 12

Day 12 – Day 12: Exploring Madrid

  • Madrid
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  • Plaza de la Armería
  • Matadero Madrid
  • Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
  • Plaza Mayor
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The morning starts with a comprehensive tour through the center of Madrid, including the Paseo del Prado, Cibeles, Neptuno, the Gate of Alcalá, Plaza de Colón and Plaza Mayor. We'll also visit Retiro Park, an oasis in the city center, and the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, the home of Real Madrid. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your own leisure. At the end of the evening, we will return to the hotel.

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Day 13

Day 13 – Day 13: From Zaragoza to Barcelona

  • Zaragoza
  • Barcelona
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  • Aquarium River of Zaragoza
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In the morning, we leave for Aragón through the lands of Castile. In Zaragoza, we make a brief stop to see the Pilar Basilica. We continue to the Monastery of Poblet, one of the best-preserved medieval monasteries in the world (entrance included). Following this, we will continue to Barcelona, arriving in the evening.

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Day 14

Day 14 – Day 14: Discovering Barcelona

  • Barcelona
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  • Barceloneta Beach
  • Aquarium Barcelona
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In the morning, we include a city tour of Barcelona, one of the most interesting European capitals, famous for Gaudí and its modernist architecture. Enjoy some free time in the afternoon. In the evening, we include a transfer to the Maremagnum, a modern leisure center and restaurants facing the sea, where you can stroll through this lively area and dine.

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Day 15

Day 15 – Day 15: From Barcelona to Paris

  • Barcelona
  • Paris
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At the time scheduled by your guide, we will include a transfer to the station to take the Barcelona/Paris high-speed train included in your trip. In just over 6 hours, you will reach Paris. Upon arrival at the destination, we will provide a new transfer to the hotel. Your guide will contact you in the evening or you can consult the information placed at the reception of your hotel.

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Day 16

Day 16 – Day 16: Exploring Paris

  • Paris
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  • Palace of Versailles
  • Musée de Montmartre
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We start the day with a visit to the immense Palace of Versailles and its beautiful gardens (admission not included). Afterward, we head to Montmartre, a bohemian neighborhood known for its painters, artists, and cabarets. We'll take a cable car (included) to go up to this neighborhood. To appreciate the beauty of Paris, you will have a city tour with a local guide. Return to the hotel. Optionally, you can attend a variety show.

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Day 17

Day 17 – Day 17: Last Day in Paris

  • Paris - Departure day
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  • Eiffel Tower
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We start the day by going to the center of Paris, starting by the Eiffel Tower area. You will have the opportunity to go up to the second floor of this remarkable metal monument (ticket included). Then we enjoy a boat cruise along the River Seine, which divides the north of Paris from the south. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore as you choose. Note: in some cases the waits to go up the Eiffel Tower are long. Thus the climb may take place at a different time (or on Sunday), if it is considered convenient for organizational reasons. This marks the end of our services. Please, check the time of your flight in case you might need an additional night.

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